EES passport checks
All the news and essential information about the EU and Schengen area's new Entry/Exit passport checks known as EES.
Can an airport concierge service help you with EES in France?
Companies offering 'airport concierge' services say they have seen a spike in bookings since the start of the EU's EES system of biometric passport checks - so is it worth paying extra for these?
EES: 7,000 overstayers snared since launch of EU's new Schengen border checks
In the first six months of operation of the new EU digital border system, the Entry-Exit System (EES), almost 7,000 travellers were denied entry into Europe's border-free Schengen area because they stayed beyond their permitted time limit, a European Commission report has revealed.
'I've had three different answers': EES causes delays and confusion for Italy's residents
As the EU's Entry and Exit system (EES) comes into force, Italy’s international residents say they've found themselves waiting much longer at the border than tourists - despite being exempt.
Full rollout of new EU border checks hit by delays and disruption
Despite claims that the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks would be "fully operational" by April 10th, many airports have reported disruption and some Channel ports don't even have the technology for full rollout yet.
European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms
European airports and airlines organisations issued on Monday the latest warning about the next implementation phase of the EU's new biometric border system, “as the transition phase comes to an end right in the travel peak of the Easter holidays.”
UK warns of Easter travel delays due to new EU border checks
The British government has alerted UK tourists travelling to the Schengen area around Easter about the full implementation of EU’s new Entry/Exit border system (EES), urging travellers to allow additional time for journeys.
EES LATEST: The key dates when France will enforce new EU border checks
The EU's new Entry & Exit System of border control started on October 12th - but a phased introduction means that not everyone travelling to and from France is affected by the new system.
EU's EES biometric passport checks catch 4,000 over-stayers in first 4 months
One of the stated aims of the EU's new EES system of biometric passport checks is to catch people who 'over-stay' the 90-day limit, and 4,000 of those have been caught in the first months of its implementation, according to an EU official.
'4-hour queues': Europe's airlines and airports fear summer travel chaos
Airlines across Europe have called on EU chiefs to review the ongoing roll-out for the EES biometric border checks amid fears the system will lead to border chaos this summer.
EU says countries can halt EES checks over summer to avoid travel chaos
Member States will have the green light to partially suspend Europe's Entry/Exit System (EES), the new EU digital border system, over the summer to avoid any travel chaos at ports and airports during peak season.
What's the latest on rollout of Eurostar, Eurotunnel and Dover EES border checks?
The roll out of Europe's EES biometric border system was due to be stepped up this week across Europe, but what does that mean for travellers heading between France and the UK via Dover, the Eurotunnel or Eurostar terminals?
'Damaging': Hoteliers urge Spain to fix long queues for EES checks at airports
Hoteliers and tourism bosses are calling for more police and fully functioning passport control machines at Spanish airports to fix the problem of long waits for Brits and other non-EU tourists since the rollout of the EU’s new Entry Exit System.
'Mayhem and chaos': Europe's airports demand urgent review of new border system
The association of European airports called on Thursday for an urgent review of the new EU border system, amid “mounting operational issues” that could affect the holiday season.
Which airports in Spain are having problems with the EES launch?
Are you a non-resident, non-EU traveller planning on visiting Spain soon? Here are the airports where you may still find problems with the rollout of the EU's new Entry/Exit System.
'Gradual rollout' - How French airports are dealing with EES biometric passport checks
The EU's new biometric passport checks known as EES are now officially in force - but not all passengers at French airports will be asked to use the new procedure.
NEW: Europe launches long-awaited EES biometric border checks
From Sunday, non-EU travellers entering Europe's Schengen open-borders zone will gradually be photographed and fingerprinted at border crossings, as the European Union rolls out its much-delayed automated border checks.
What will new EES border checks mean for non-EU residents in Europe?
The EU's new Entry & Exit System (EES) of enhanced passport controls will be launched on October 12th, albeit in a phased in approach, but how will it impact non-EU residents legally living in EU/Schengen countries?
LATEST: What you need to know about the start of new border checks at Swiss airports
Switzerland will introduce the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) from October 12th, with Geneva, Zurich, and Basel EuroAIrport set to implement the checks for non-EU travellers.
Can I opt out of giving my biometrics under Europe's new border checks?
Non-EU travellers heading to EU/Schengen countries will soon face biometric border controls as the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) comes into force from October 12th. But can travellers opt out?
French port of Calais reveals start dates for EES border checks
As countries prepare for the introduction of the EU's new EES border control system, the French port of Calais has unveiled the process for people travelling between France and the UK.
What's the deal with EES and medical insurance for British tourists in France?
Changes to border procedures as part of the EU's new EES seem to suggest that British tourists would require proof of medical insurance in order to enter France - here's a breakdown of the new rules.
Eurostar to start new border checks in October before main January launch
Eurostar has confirmed that it will begin its rollout of the EU's new biometric border checks on October 12th, but only for certain passengers and on a voluntary basis. The big launch will come in 2026.
What should residents in France do once EES passport checks start?
The EU's new EES system is due to come into effect this autumn - but the rules and practicalities of crossing the border will be different for non-EU nationals who are resident in France with a carte de séjour or visa. Here's what this group should do when crossing the border.